Our cocoa butter is a pure, crushed butter obtained from the cacao bean. It has a beautiful, rich aroma of dark chocolate. This edible fat from the cocoa pod is a stable fat containing natural anitoxidants that give it a long shelf life of over 3 years.

Ingredients
FAIR TRADE ORGANIC THEOBROMA CACAO (COCOA) BUTTER

Directions
Apply as desired to soften dry skin, provide a smoother-looking appearance and soothe irritation. For aromatherapy applications, gently melt cocoa butter on stove top using a double boiler than blend with essential oils. Store in closed container in a cool, dry place, Cocoa butter is not prone to rancidity, but natural color variations may occur.

Suggested Uses
Soften, nurture and protect your skin with this moisturizing butter.

Safety Notes
Caution: For external use only.
Use only as directed. Excessive use or prolonged exposure may cause irritation to skin. Discontinue use of rash, redness or itching occurs. Consult a health care practitioner if irritation persists or before use if pregnant, suffering from any medical condition or taking medication.

Product Notes
Contains no synthetic fragrances, preservatives, or colors. Cruelty-free.

Origin
Peru

Sourcing Notes
La Cooperativa Agraria Industrial Naranjillo Limitada was founded in 1964 by 32 farmers in the Naranjillo region of Peru. The cooperative was founded in response to the excessively low prices the farmers traditionally received for their cocoa and coffee crops. Today comprised of 7,363 members, Naranjillo is the largest producer of organic cocoa in Peru. Fair Trade Certified with the Fair Trade Labeling Organizations International (FLO) in 2004, Naranjillo consistently strives to improve the qua

Fair Trade
Fair Trade Certified

Organic
QAI Certified Organic

Common Name
Fair Trade Certified Cocoa Butter

About Aura Cacia

Aura Cacia began in 1982, it has been a leader in aromatherapy sales and quality -- as well as a key source of expert information that has fueled the widespread awareness of aromatherapy that we see today. A key to Aura Cacia's leadership is sourcing pure, authentic essential oils -- dealing face-to-face with the people growing the plants and extracting the essential oil whenever we can. Frequent trips to places like Europe, the Ukraine, Oregon and Australia to visit suppliers and processors illustrate our commitment to finding the best sources for our oils. We also test every oil we receive to make sure it meets our high standards. Our industry-leading testing program -- which now includes gas chromatography/mass spectrometry (GC/MS) -- allows us to guarantee that we are providing you with the highest quality essential oils available. Whenever possible, we offer oils that are certified organic as well. Aura Cacia makes aromatherapy accessible with innovative ready-to-use products that let even beginners realize the full benefits of our 100% pure essential oils in a variety of ways that can easily be a part of any lifestyle.